"A few years ago I dreamed of coming back to New York City, the place of my birth, and on February 23, 2011 that became a reality. This organization has supported me and in return, I want to stay and build here with this city and my team. At this pivotal juncture in my career, I owed it to myself and my family to explore all of the options available to me. Through it all, my heart never wavered."

It was clear that returning to the Knicks was the best move for Anthony salary-wise as the Knicks could offer significantly more money than the Bulls, Lakers, Rockets or Mavericks.